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Which statement is an example of an effective claim for an argumentative essay?

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The free enterprise system has forced some people out of business, allowing only large wealthy companies and people to succeed.

B

The purest form of the free enterprise system does not include any government interference or restrictions.

C

Producers decide which goods to sell, while consumers decide which goods to buy in the free enterprise system.

D

I believe the free enterprise system is the best economic system and should be adopted all around the world.

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What are reputable sources for an argumentative essay about the free enterprise system? Check all that apply.

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commercial websites from entrepreneurs selling products

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government-sponsored websites about a market economy

C

university websites that explain several economic systems

D

primary sources that focus on the history of the economy

E

blogs written by students who are studying economics

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argumentative

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informative

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narrative

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Read this outline for an argumentative essay about the free enterprise system.1. The free enterprise system is helpful because it allows for freedom. A. The free enterprise system is the best economic system because it allows individuals to make their own economic decisions.2. The choices of producers and consumers rule the free enterprise system. A. Individuals have the freedom to become entrepreneurs. B. Supply and demand determine their success or failure. C. Some people say without government support only wealthy people can succeed. D. More government interference would restrict freedom and limit the chance for success.3. The free enterprise system is helpful, not harmful, because it allows people to determine their own economic fate.Which statement could be added to the outline as supporting evidence for the claim?

A

Producers can decide to make new or better products to attract consumers in the free enterprise system.

B

I remember when smart phones first came out and how that changed the telecommunications industry.

C

Government interference is harmful because it can limit the kind of goods producers make.

D

An entrepreneur is a person who starts a new business and assumes a great deal of risk and responsibility.

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Read the excerpt from the body paragraph of an argumentative essay about entrepreneurs and free enterprise.In a free enterprise system, companies can become more successful by beating their competitors in service and pricing. Mary Kay Ash’s innovative business plan used her reduced costs and her loyal, home-based sales team to beat the competition at providing cosmetics to American women.Why is this excerpt an example of a strong argument?

A

It provides a citation as evidence to support the claim.

B

It states a counterclaim and demonstrates why it is incorrect.

C

It includes a clear topic sentence and provides effective support.

D

It is nonspecific so that readers can provide their own interpretations.

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Which statement best describes the introduction of an argumentative essay?

A

The introduction acquaints readers with the topic and sets up the ideas that will be presented.

B

The introduction establishes the focus of the essay and tells readers what the writer’s position will be.

C

The introduction ties the essay together and tells readers what they have learned and should take away.

D

The introduction fleshes out the argument and includes counterclaims and evidence from research.

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While revising an argumentative essay, a writer should

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include anecdotes and personal “I” statements.

B

focus on including opinions more than evidence.

C

make sure each paragraph has a clearly stated point.

D

make the writing friendly and informal, engaging readers.

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Read the introduction to an argumentative essay about entrepreneurs and free enterprise.Mary Kay Ash wanted to write a book about women in business. Instead, what transpired was a business plan for Mary Kay, Inc., a cosmetics company. In a free enterprise system, people like Mary Kay Ash have the opportunity to make their own economic decisions and create their own influential businesses.The introduction is effective because it

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provides a brief background about the essay’s subject.

B

describes the life of a person many readers will know.

C

summarizes the topic and restates the writer’s position.

D

begins the essay with an interesting anecdote or story.

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Read this outline for an argumentative essay about the free enterprise system.1. The free enterprise system is helpful because it allows for freedom. A. The free enterprise system is the best economic system because it allows individuals to make their own economic decisions.2. The choices of producers and consumers rule the free enterprise system. A. Individuals have the freedom to become entrepreneurs. B. Supply and demand determine their success or failure. C. Some people say without government support only wealthy people can succeed. D. More government interference would restrict freedom and limit the chance for success.3. The free enterprise system is helpful, not harmful, because it allows people to determine their own economic fate.The underlined sentence in the outline is the

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claim.

B

conclusion.

C

counterclaim.

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evidence.

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Which statement best describes the conclusion of an argumentative essay?

A

The conclusion acquaints readers with the topic and sets up the ideas that will be presented.

B

The conclusion establishes the focus of the essay and tells readers what the writer’s position will be.

C

The conclusion ties the essay together and tells readers what they have learned and should take away.

D

The conclusion fleshes out the argument and includes counterclaims and evidence from research.

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